Danny Unger, Ph.D. Candidate

Department of Teaching and Learning

Understanding Paraprofessionals’ Communities of Practice and Sense of Belonging in Nonformal Teaching Environments

Advisory Committee Members: 

Shaoan Zhang, Ph.D., Advisory Committee Chair 

Katrina Liu, Ph.D., Advisory Committee Member 

Tina Vo, Ph.D., Advisory Committee Member 

Mei Yang, Ph.D., Graduate College Representative

What can education research tell us about how people learn, how organizations lead, and how policies and practices shape students' experiences?

Research in Action brings together UNLV faculty, alumni, and graduate students for a series of fast-paced, engaging talks exploring research in educational psychology, leadership, and higher education — and how that research is being used to address real-world questions and challenges.

The Department of Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Higher Education will host "Research in Action: How Education Research Shapes the Real World," an interactive recruitment event designed to help students explore graduate programs, discover career pathways, and learn how education research creates meaningful impact in the real world.

Join us for fast-paced, engaging talks that explore how research shapes learning, leadership, policy, and student success. Discover graduate programs and career paths you may not know exist—and see where your interests could take you.

The School Psychology Ph.D. and Ed.S. programs will be hosting an online open house/Q&A session to answer questions about the NASP-accredited Ed.S. program and APA-accredited (with contingency) Ph.D. program.

Looking for a way to give back to your alma mater? We’re seeking College of Education alumni to serve as mentors in our alumni mentorship program.

Support the next generation–you could be matched with a current College of Education student or a recent graduate. Share your experience and expertise while supporting UNLV and showing Rebel pride.

Join us for a virtual information session hosted by the UNLV Office of Graduate Admissions in partnership with the Department of Counselor Education, School Psychology, and Human Services.

In this session, you'll get an inside look at everything you need to know about the program(s) and the application process, including:

In support of students and the UNLV Basic Needs Program, the College of Education Alumni Chapter is partnering with the Division of Student Affairs for a basic needs drive and kit-making event.

This group meets several times a semester to explore and discuss topics related to justice-oriented science teaching and share resources.  All teachers, all grade levels are welcome to join!  You can come to one session, or all sessions.  CU's are provided for CCSD teachers and breakfast is provided.

The School Psychology Ph.D. and Ed.S. programs will be hosting an online open house/Q&A session to answer questions about the NASP-accredited Ed.S. program and APA-accredited (with contingency) Ph.D. program.

Are you a UNLV College of Education student or recent graduate (within the last five years)? 

You can be matched with alumni mentors to aid in your career preparation and advancement. This free program allows you to be connected through three opportunities per year. Continue to build your network of support in the education, mental health, and human services fields.

Join us for a virtual information session hosted by the UNLV Office of Graduate Admissions in partnership with the College of Education.

During this session, you’ll get an inside look at the programs offered through the Department of Early Childhood, Multilingual, and Special Education (EMS). These programs are designed to prepare professionals to provide specialized services in schools, community agencies, and higher education settings.

Founded by UNLV College of Education alumni, Spread the Word Nevada is a children’s lit­er­acy non­profit ded­i­cated to advanc­ing early child­hood lit­er­acy by plac­ing books into the hands and homes of chil­dren within Nevada’s at-risk, low income communities.

Join us for a virtual information session hosted by the UNLV Office of Graduate Admissions in partnership with the College of Education.

During this session, you’ll get an inside look at the programs offered through the Department of Early Childhood, Multilingual, and Special Education (EMS). These programs are designed to prepare professionals to provide specialized services in schools, community agencies, and higher education settings.

Join us for a virtual information session hosted by the UNLV Office of Graduate Admissions in partnership with the Department of Counselor Education, School Psychology, and Human Services.

In this session, you'll get an inside look at everything you need to know about the program(s) and the application process, including:

Are you a UNLV College of Education student or recent graduate (within the last five years)? 

You can be matched with alumni mentors to aid in your career preparation and advancement. This free program allows you to be connected through three opportunities per year. Continue to build your network of support in the education, mental health, and human services fields.

Are you a UNLV College of Education student or recent graduate (within the last five years)? 

You can be matched with alumni mentors to aid in your career preparation and advancement. This free program allows you to be connected through three opportunities per year. Continue to build your network of support in the education, mental health, and human services fields.

Are you a UNLV College of Education student or recent graduate (within the last five years)? 

You can be matched with alumni mentors to aid in your career preparation and advancement. This free program allows you to be connected through three opportunities per year. Continue to build your network of support in the education, mental health, and human services fields.

The UNLV College of Education is proud to work to expand existing best practice into next generation practices that address and overcome the challenges we face in education here in our state. The annual Summit on Nevada Education welcomes educators, administrators, policymakers, community leaders, teacher preparation leaders, pre-service teachers, and others with a direct link to education in Nevada to gather in an open forum to share ideas, challenges, and lessons to improve and celebrate Nevada education.

Looking for a way to give back to your alma mater? We’re seeking College of Education alumni to serve as mentors in our alumni mentorship program.

Support the next generation–you could be matched with a current College of Education student or a recent graduate. Share your experience and expertise while supporting UNLV and showing Rebel pride.

Join us for a virtual information session hosted by the UNLV Office of Graduate Admissions in partnership with the College of Education.

During this session, you’ll get an inside look at the programs offered through the Department of Early Childhood, Multilingual, and Special Education (EMS). These programs are designed to prepare professionals to provide specialized services in schools, community agencies, and higher education settings.

This group meets several times a semester to explore and discuss topics related to justice-oriented science teaching and share resources.  All teachers, all grade levels are welcome to join!  You can come to one session, or all sessions.  CU's are provided for CCSD teachers and breakfast is provided.

Join us for a virtual information session hosted by the UNLV Office of Graduate Admissions in partnership with the College of Education.

During this session, you’ll get an inside look at the programs offered through the Department of Early Childhood, Multilingual, and Special Education (EMS). These programs are designed to prepare professionals to provide specialized services in schools, community agencies, and higher education settings.

When was the last time you visited UNLV? College of Education alumni are invited back to campus for a custom 60-minute campus golf cart tour. Reminisce about the time you spent here for your studies and activities and check out the newest buildings being developed. Stops at Carlson Education Building, Tam Alumni Center, and the UNLV Bookstore included. Each party will receive a complimentary goodie bag. 

Space is limited. Up to five attendees per tour allowed.

This group meets several times a semester to explore and discuss topics related to justice-oriented science teaching and share resources.  All teachers, all grade levels are welcome to join!  You can come to one session, or all sessions.  CU's are provided for CCSD teachers and breakfast is provided.

Join us for a virtual information session hosted by the UNLV Office of Graduate Admissions in partnership with the College of Education.

During this session, you’ll get an inside look at the programs offered through the Department of Early Childhood, Multilingual, and Special Education (EMS). These programs are designed to prepare professionals to provide specialized services in schools, community agencies, and higher education settings.

When was the last time you visited UNLV? College of Education alumni are invited back to campus for a custom 60-minute campus golf cart tour. Reminisce about the time you spent here for your studies and activities and check out the newest buildings being developed. Stops at Carlson Education Building, Tam Alumni Center, and the UNLV Bookstore included. Each party will receive a complimentary goodie bag. 

Space is limited. Up to five attendees per tour allowed.

Join us for a virtual information session hosted by the UNLV Office of Graduate Admissions in partnership with the College of Education.

During this session, you’ll get an inside look at the programs offered through the Department of Early Childhood, Multilingual, and Special Education (EMS). These programs are designed to prepare professionals to provide specialized services in schools, community agencies, and higher education settings.